The soaring price of a steak. “Herd sizes have shrunk after years of extreme weather, high input costs and disease. The result is record prices amplified by a wave of protein-hungry consumers and by Trump’s sweeping tariffs, especially those on […]
We want plates. A great blog showcasing the bizarre trend of restaurants serving food in unconventional vessels, from gravy in a beer can to soup in a shoe. ~ learn more
Lab-grown chocolate? The chocolate market faces volatility due to “cacao trees…vulnerable to drought and disease,” prompting innovations like lab-grown chocolate. California Cultured’s CEO explains how they cultivate cacao plant cells for cocoa butter and flavor compounds. ~ learn more
Beef jerkey flower bouquet. “Our arrangements are 100% edible and truly are made for that rugged one of a kind, hammer swinging, IPA drinking, duck hunting, beast of a man-animal you call yours.” The Beef Jerky Flower Bouquet comes in […]
Health writer tries 25 healthy protein bars. “Well, I decided to undertake a rigorous, science-driven challenge: to try the most talked-about “healthy” protein bars and identify which are actually worth your time (and money). Basically, I ate 25+ protein bars […]
Not all fiber is good fiber? I guess this falls into the ‘too much of a good thing’ bucket. “But emerging research shows that some fibers used in these products, especially in high doses, could lead to health problems in […]
Food companies could be required to disclose when products contain gluten. In my travels I’ve noticed Europe has a lot more allergen disclosures than the US, especially at restaurants. Part of the current US administration’s agenda seems to be disclosure […]
David Protein’s cutthroat move. “A newly filed lawsuit accuses David Protein of executing a “coordinated scheme” to monopolize the wellness market by controlling EPG, a critical fat replacement ingredient. Allegedly, once their grip on EPG was secure post-acquisition, they cut […]
Starbucks wants to ditch canola oil. “In June, Starbucks Chief Executive Officer Brian Niccol pledged in a meeting with US Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to further align the chain’s menu with the Trump administration’s health […]
Everyone’s about those brand partnerships. “Snack giants Hershey and Mondelez are combining two of their top-selling products—the Reese’s peanut butter cup and the Oreo cookie—in a sugary marriage they say consumers have been begging for.” ~ learn more